For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 776 students in 13224, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 13224, NY is Hurlbut W Smith K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 13224 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 13224, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 13224, NY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hurlbut W Smith K-8 School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1130 Salt Springs Rd
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 435-4490
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 435-4490
Gr: PK-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
13224, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Elmcrest Childrens Ctrgirls Campus (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
960 Salt Springs Rd
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 446-6250
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 446-6250
101 East Ave
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 435-4877
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 435-4877
Gr: K-6 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 13224, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 13224, NY include Hurlbut W Smith K-8 School.
How many public middle schools are located in 13224?
1 public middle schools are located in 13224.
What is the racial composition of students in 13224?
13224 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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